Exhaustion / Fatigue/Tiredness
Exhaustion /Fatigue/Tiredness is the inability to concentrate, waking up feeling tired, after many hours of sleep, with no energy and little motivation. There are feelings of being overwhelmed - tired, wired and irritable.
It can be caused by many factors i.e. poor diet, stress, excess toxins, hypothyroidism, hormonal imbalances- especially around the menopause - blood sugar imbalance and conditions such as Anaemia or ME which can rob the body of vital nutrients.
Exhaustion/ Fatigue / Tiredness may be a sign of something deeper occurring in the body and therefore it is advisable to seek medical advice in the first instance. If all tests from the GP come back negative we can then concentrate on finding the cause of the problem.
The most effective test we have found is the Food/ Hormone/ Vitamin and Mineral Test.
- If you are eating foods on a daily basis to which your body objects, it is going to use up a lot of vital energy
- If you are deficient in enzymes to digest the food, then you are also using vital energy
- If your hormones are out of balance, such as your pancreas and blood sugar, you will crave sweet or salty foods and make the exhaustion/ fatigue worse. It all becomes a vicious cycle.
In addition, there may be adrenal fatigue or even sub-clinical low thyroid that won't show up on blood tests. Once the root causes have been identified, a Programme is developed which may include a short detoxification period, dietary adjustments, herbal support for the Endocrine System (hormones) and nutritional support. See case history.
Basic Essentials:
Multi-vitamin & mineral formula
Vitamin C
Fish or Flax seed oil
Starflower or Hemp seed oil
Natural Practices recommend:
Co-enzyme Q10
Improves tissue oxygenation
Prickly Ash & Rosemary Formula
Increases circulation, supports adrenal function
Spirulina
Rich in bio-available nutrients
TS-11
Herbal support for the thyroid which can help increase metabolism
B Complex
Supports the nervous system
Rhodiola
Assists mental acuity
Chromium (preferably GTF)
Balances blood sugar
Cordyceps
Works at a deep level, re-establishing the energy system of the body by improving immunity and raising beta-glucan levels. Balances blood sugar levels.
Please telephone or email and ask to book an appointment for a 'Food/ Hormone/ Vitamin and Mineral'. This takes about an hour.
The products Natural Practices recommend can be purchased from our on-line Shop or by telephone on 01625 549 000. We are aware that the on-line Shop leaves a lot to be desired and are currently working on making improvements.
The information provided here is not a substitute for professional medical advice and any health concerns should be investigated by your Doctor. Professional medical advice should be sought before embarking on any change of diet or supplementation programme.
